Cottanera – Etna Bianco

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Sicily

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The Facts

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2022 (750ml) - 8 032568 960092
2021 (750ml) - 8 032568 960092

Origins Italy > Sicily > Etna

Appellation Etna

Varietal Carricante

Cepage 100% Carricante

Aging Stainless Steel on lees for 6 mos, followed by bottle aging

Annual Production 30,000 bottles

Markets Texas

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The Character

Overall Fresh and juicy

Aromas Citrus notes of lemon and cedar with orange blossom and jasmine

Mouthfeel Full-bodied supported by marked acidity

Tasting Notes On the nose, the Etna Bianco is bursting with citrus notes of lemon and cedar with orange blossom and jasmine. A full-bodied palate is supported by the marked acidity typical of this variety, imparting freshness and a long finish.

Awards 2021 - 91pts James Suckling, 91pts Falstaff Magazine

Sustainability

2022 - Vegan
2021 - Vegan

The Story

A pure expression of Mt. Etna, the Etna Bianco is 100% Caricante, an ancient Sicilian white grape variety, thought to have been growing on the volcanic slopes of Mt. Etna for at least a thousand years. Planted at high altitudes on the steep slopes of Mt. Etna, the grapes ripen slowly and steadily throughout the long growing season.

About Cottanera

Brand Story

The history of Cottanera began in 1962 with Francesco Cambria when he purchased 100 hectares (247 acres) of vineyards and hazelnut groves near his birthplace in Randazzo, at the foot at Mt. Etna. Francesco grew hazelnuts and initially sold his grapes to the local cooperative. In the late 1980’s, Francesco’s son Gugliemo decided to build a winery to produce his own wine instead of selling the grapes. Gugliemo was joined by his brother Enzo in the new venture and thus, in the mid-90’s the first wines labeled as “Cottanera” were born. The name Cottanera comes from an ancient village positioned alongside the family vineyards, along the banks of the river Alcantara. After the death of Guglielmo, Cottanera is now guided Enzo and Gugliemo’s children Mariangela, Francesco and Emanuele.

Brand Story

The history of Cottanera began in 1962 with Francesco Cambria when he purchased 100 hectares (247 acres) of vineyards and hazelnut groves near his birthplace in Randazzo, at the foot at Mt. Etna. Francesco grew hazelnuts and initially sold his grapes to the local cooperative. In the late 1980’s, Francesco’s son Gugliemo decided to build a winery to produce his own wine instead of selling the grapes. Gugliemo was joined by his brother Enzo in the new venture and thus, in the mid-90’s the first wines labeled as “Cottanera” were born. The name Cottanera comes from an ancient village positioned alongside the family vineyards, along the banks of the river Alcantara. After the death of Guglielmo, Cottanera is now guided Enzo and Gugliemo’s children Mariangela, Francesco and Emanuele.